OFFICE WORKERS

OFFICE WORKERS

Illinois Office Workers’ Compensation Attorneys

Office jobs are not usually thought of when you think about workplace injuries since most people do not believe office workers are at risk for workplace injuries. However, employees who sit at their desks for long hours are at risk of personal injury. Sitting for long periods of time is not good for your health and can cause injuries, including:
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome from typing
  • Back/neck injuries from being in the same position for long periods of time
  • Headaches/eye strain from looking at a computer screen all day
Office workers may also suffer from a slip and fall accident, but more often, office workers suffer from repetitive trauma injuries. Some companies look to help their employees avoid these types of injuries by investing in office furniture that is more ergonomic, but not all companies have taken this type of action in preventing injuries. The workers compensation attorneys at Whiteside & Goldberg specialize in personal injury claims, including motor vehicle accidents, construction site litigation and social security disability cases.
In addition to slip/fall accidents and repetitive trauma injuries, office workers are also at risk for a job-related stress injury. Employees may be eligible for compensation for a job-related stress injury, including:
  • Heart attack
  • Psychological injuries
  • Stroke
A job-related stress injury is much more difficult to prove, which is why you will need the expert legal counsel of a workers’ compensation lawyer at Whiteside & Goldberg.
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